by Megan Amanda Miller, Esq., AWI-CH, Law Offices of Megan Amanda Miller and Christina Dixon, Esq., AWI-CH, Aecus Law | Aug 6, 2024 | California Workplace Law, Guest Posts, Hiring & Contracts, Workplace Investigations
As external investigators, we often have our own ideas about what constitutes a prompt, thorough, and impartial investigation. At the same time, we are conducting investigations on behalf of employers with their own practices, methods, and expectations concerning the...
by Christina Dixon, Story Cunningham-White | May 22, 2024 | California Workplace Law, Employment Standards, Workplace Investigations
When confronted with an employee complaint of discrimination, harassment or retaliation, employers have a duty under the law to investigate the complaint and take prompt remedial action to end the misconduct. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (the “EEOC”)...
by aecuslaw | Jan 25, 2023 | Harassment & Bullying, Human Rights, Discrimination & Accommodation, Social Media & Technology, Workplace Investigations
As with food, music, and lexicon, different trends in workplace investigations emerge over time. As your partner for tailored solutions to workplace issues, we keep apprised of what topics are taking center stage so your company can be prepared. In California, it is...
by aecuslaw | Dec 22, 2022 | Workplace Investigations
When a business receives a workplace complaint, it is tempting to avoid action and hope that it goes away on its own (if only!). While digging into a sticky situation may not be enjoyable, ignoring the complaint can lead to extensive legal problems. It’s important for...
by Deb Cohen | May 21, 2021 | Workplace Investigations
When confronted with an employee complaint of discrimination, harassment or retaliation, employers have a duty under the law to investigate the complaint and take prompt remedial action to end the misconduct. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (the “EEOC”)...